The Roanoke Times: Fridge Magnet

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# 1

[January 14, 2008 12:17 PM]

Rich

Is this list gonna include chain rstaurants and stores, or is it items unique to the area?

I vote for the latter.

# 2

[January 14, 2008 1:31 PM]

Rich

I almost forgot- the asparagus at Frankie Rowlands is amazing.

# 3

[January 14, 2008 2:09 PM]

Lindsey : →http://blogs.roanoke.com/fridgemagnet/

Well, people can add whatever they want to the list, but I can't promise I'm going to publish the dollar cheeseburger from McDonald's. I actually want the items to be unique to the area.

# 4

[January 14, 2008 2:22 PM]

B

Did El Palenque Close??

The truffles from chocolatepaper are the best!!

# 5

[January 14, 2008 3:35 PM]

Lindsey : →http://blogs.roanoke.com/fridgemagnet/

Yes, El Palenque closed several months ago, B. Business had just declined too much. I've heard other good things about chocolatepaper!

# 6

[January 15, 2008 11:09 AM]

Blass

Arzu - Chicken Marsala Homeplace - Fried Chicken Metro - Sushi New York Pizza - Steak and Cheese Ernies - Double Bacon Cheeseburger

# 7

[January 15, 2008 3:18 PM]

Rich

I'm a dollarmenuaire....those cheeseburgers can hit the spot sometimes.

# 8

[January 15, 2008 3:19 PM]

Vinton

My vote - Homemade Chicken and Dumplins' Lunch Special Every Tuesday @ The Dogwood Restaurant in Vinton

# 9

[January 15, 2008 4:38 PM]

Lezlie Snyder

The scallop appetizer & the goat cheese salad at Table Fifty

# 10

[January 16, 2008 8:12 AM]

Michelle

Homeplace fried chicken! And Homestead Creamery ice cream!

# 11

[January 16, 2008 11:53 AM]

Deborah

Blass - I totally agree with everything you said. Except I haven't tried the sushi at Metro. Anyone been to Oddfellows Cantina in Floyd? I had this cream of beet soup that was fabby!

# 12

[January 16, 2008 12:41 PM]

Lindsey : →http://blogs.roanoke.com/fridgemagnet/

Deborah, I haven't been to Oddfellas in a long time. I started to go the day I went to Floyd to pick up my Thanksgiving turkey, but it was very crowded. I'm planning on going back soon.

# 13

[January 16, 2008 7:37 PM]

Julie

I like the fried chicken at The Homeplace, but I think the fried chicken at The Pine Tavern (north side of the town of Floyd on US 221) is better. Very tender/juicy inside, plus a really crispy skin (not too much breading). And, the sides, prices, (and desserts!) are better. They serve family style like the Homeplace.

# 14

[February 1, 2008 10:03 AM]

Pat Saunders

Loved the list and was surprised to see that The Bedford Social Club, in Bedford was not on it. Anything there is terrific! Also, the dipping oil and bread at Montano's, the chicken salad sandwich on a croissant at Sun Dance Grill, the burgers at Liberty Station, and the grilled salmon caesar salad at Logans is the best. my favorite Mexican restaurant is Abuelo's, they have the freshest ingredients cooked to perfection!

# 15

[February 6, 2008 8:57 AM]

Kelly Simpson

The Pine Tavern Restaurant is great, much like the Homeplace atmosphere, my husband and I had lunch there one Sunday and its been some time ago, but a great day trip up to Floyd and great food! Mashed potatoes, greenbeans, biscuits, fried chicken mmmmmmmmmm mmmmmm think I am going to see if they are open today!!!!

# 16

[February 6, 2008 9:03 AM]

Kelly Simpson

The Blue 5 down town Roanoke, thier Cream of Chicken soup is great and has a HUGE homemade biscuit sitting RIGHT ON TOP! and T Bone Jacks is great as well, great spinach dip and they have a broiled Seafood platter that is to die for! The best Iced tea in town! I think I need to be a food critic!! lol Thelma's Chicken and Waffles another great place to eat and pretty affordable. GOOD Southern Soul Food! Good Fellaz Pizza best delivery pizza in town! PT's Tavern on Hollins Rd GREAT Chicken Sandwich! and two more and I will hush!!! Lil Cucci's in Daleville is great! Best subs! and last but no means least Mama Maria's in Salem..tell Fabio I said hi :) Best alfredo and chicken Saltimbocca (spelling) ever!!! Have a great day!!!!

# 17

[February 6, 2008 10:26 AM]

smo

The souvlaki plate at Paul's on Franklin Road in downtown Roanoke is amazing (and addictive) ---- skewered chicken breast, pita bread, fries and a Greek salad (all for only $6). I can't find a better value. I love that they bring you three bottles of condiments to slather on: ketchup for the fries, a house Greek dressing for the salad and a yogurt sauce (sort of a mild ranch) for the chicken. Great ... now I'm hungry.

# 18

[February 6, 2008 11:57 AM]

Marion Higgins

Rocky Mount's new Bayou Cafe' across from the downtown Farmers' Market, is well worth the drive. A family from New Orleans cooks up authentic Jambalaya, Gumbo, Andouille, Boudin, Oyster Po-Boys, you name it. Beignets made to order, and Cafe' du Monde coffee. Open 11 am - 8 pm M-F; closed Saturday, Open Sunday 11 am - 7 pm. 540-489-1818 We have become regulars there and take our friends for Creole and Cajun food.

# 19

[February 6, 2008 12:39 PM]

Lindsey : →http://blogs.roanoke.com/fridgemagnet/

Marion, that place is on my list of lunch stops in the not-too-distant future.

# 20

[February 6, 2008 1:16 PM]

seth

the spike burger really is the best burger in town.

# 21

[February 6, 2008 10:12 PM]

seth

ps: and the pepperoni and italian sausage pizza at new york pizza. and the pork sandwich with s carolina sauce and crispy fries at henry's memphis bbq.

# 22

[February 20, 2008 12:53 PM]

Sandra

Remember Bruce Proffitt and his famous banana fritters at the Cat & Owl? He told me to remind you...

# 23

[February 20, 2008 1:40 PM]

Lindsey : →http://blogs.roanoke.com/fridgemagnet/

How could I forget those banana fritters?

# 24

[February 20, 2008 3:08 PM]

Mason

Love those banana fritters. They are one of my life's culinary highlights.

# 25

[February 23, 2008 10:46 AM]

Michelle former SWVA

Do you remember the succotash at the Roanoker? Some sort of a cream and/or cornbread/meal concoction bakedin and around the succotash. Wonderful autumn sidedish!